First Look: Michael Van Der Ham x Brora Knitwear

With designer-and-store collaborations now ever frequent occurrences on the fashion landscape, there aren't many that can claim to be "manufactured solely in the U.K. let alone in one of the oldest and finest cashmere mills in Scotland," points out Victoria Stapleton, founder and creative director of British heritage knitwear label, Brora. This month, the brand launched an exquisite 12-piece capsule collection with celebrated designer du jour, Michael van der Ham.

In a nod to sustained efforts of British craftsmanship, van der Ham is lending his signature talents, complex collage creations, and precise catwalk eye to offer a vivid take on wearable knitwear. Expect feminine details and unexpected fabrics on cropped cardigans, sweater dresses, fitted jumpers, and accessories.

"I started with stitches, all different types and weights, so I could mix them within the pieces and the range," he said. "I love that with knits you can control every detail from the core fibre on. It was fun to mix lace stitches with heavier moss stitches." His favorite style is "the lace-stitch mohair jumper in pale blue with orange trim and a mismatched back."

With a limited edition of products, it's a niche collaboration made for a fashion collector, not just a savvy high street shopper. The Michael van der Ham for Brora collection is now available on brorausa.com, priced $149-$1,309.